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2263 WATERS END ROAD SISTER BAY,WI.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Sister Bay, WI
  • Sister Bay Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Waterfront Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sister Bay Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Menominee, MI (MNM-Menominee-Marinette Twin County)
    ‪152 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Large loft area.

1 Single Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Murphy's "KipDee" Cottage-Selected as one of 2020 Premier showcase Homes...

Select a 2023 summer week and step into yesteryear in this beautifully renovated 130 year old Door County farmhouse.
(****4 night summer rentals starting Memorial weekend running through Labor Day****)
KipDee Cottage has been selected as one of Door County's premier showcase homes for the 59th annual House and Garden walk! Situated amidst the beauty of Door County, Wisconsin, this cozy retreat is steps away from the Bay. If you are looking for the quintessential DoorCounty experience---KipDee Cottage is it!
Located on the north end of Sister Bay your family will fall in love with all that is Door County in our vacation retreat. A truly beautiful home surrounded by gorgeous perennial gardens and loaded with all the amenities. An amazing spot for families. You are walking distance of eateries, coffee shops, ice cream factory and beach! Truly a place for all seasons, KipDee Cottage provides all the comfort and amenities families seek in a vacation home. Peninsula State Park hiking and biking and Lake Michigan fishing, Door County beaches, golf courses, amazing cross-country skiing, unparalleled shopping, kayaking, wineries, cherry orchards, and sightseeing are just a few options close by. Book your summer/fall week early to ensure availability! The air-conditioned "Garage Loft" area provides additional sleeping areas with 1 queen bed, 2 full beds, and 1 twin bed, and a chalk wall for aspiring artists!.
***** 5-night minimum stay-Memorial weekend through Labor Day weekend.
*****4 night minimum after Labor Day weekend through November 1st.

Property manager

Jon and Lucy Murphy
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
9.0 out of 10, (54 reviews)
Welcome to your own private getaway!

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
******4 night minimum Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend!
*Weeklong 4-5 night stays given reservation preference.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Sister Bay

Located in Sister Bay, this cottage is in the city centre. Sister Bay Marina and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Peninsula State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sister Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Sister Bay Marina - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Waterfront Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Sister Bay Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Peninsula State Park - 16 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skip Stone Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant and Butik - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wild Tomato Sister Bay - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wilson's Ice Cream Parlor - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Husby's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Murphy's "KipDee" Cottage-Selected as one of 2020 Premier showcase Homes... pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Murphy's "KipDee" Cottage-Selected as one of 2020 Premier showcase Homes...?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Murphy's "KipDee" Cottage-Selected as one of 2020 Premier showcase Homes...?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Murphy's "KipDee" Cottage-Selected as one of 2020 Premier showcase Homes... located?

This family-friendly cottage is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Sister Bay Marina and Lake Michigan. Waterfront Park and Sister Bay Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house!

Well stocked house, clean, conveniently located, with a beautiful yard!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A place for memories!

We stayed here for a second time. It is a very pleasant home-away-from home place to stay. We were able to enjoy many activities in Door County, including ice cream, the beach and Wild Tomato pizza in Sister Bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sister Bay

Great spot for a family vacation. The loft above the garage is great if extra room is needed. We enjoyed being close to Door County Ice Cream Factory and were able to take advantage of the shuttle from the ice cream shop to downtown Sister Bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janell B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ladies weekend getaway

We had a wonderful stay, this property exceeded expectations and everyone was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good place!

This was a cool place to stay. We enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot / lovely home

We really enjoyed our stay. Close to town, loved the property / house and enjoyed all the amenities (bikes, kayaks, etc). Will definitely stay again. Nice get away for the family
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage

Wonderful, quaint place!! Close to everything, but private. Loved our stay, we would rent again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for families!

Lovely home very close to downtown sister bay. We had a lot of young children with us and it was a perfect spot for them. They especially loved playing in the loft and in the beautiful yard.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

We had a mostly adult holiday but invited daughter w kids to spend one night in loft. It worked out perfectly. We had a great time sightseeing and hanging out at the house. We used the fire pit, ping pong table and bikes.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot

What a cute cottage! Everything was set up perfectly for a memorable week in Door County. Great cottage for reconnecting with family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved this place!

Our family stayed here for our first Door County visit. It is a great location. Sister bay is a hub of activity. Jon was easy and wonderful to work with. The cottage is warm and cozy feeling with such character! Totally recommend staying there!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Girls Weekend Retreat

Great spot for us to celebrate turning 50! Comfortable and well equipped house. Gracious and informative hosts. Door County was just beginning its summer season, but there was plenty to do and see. I hope we get the chance to visit again and we will definitely seek to stay at KipDee Cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay!

This is a beautiful property with an amazing location in Sister Bay. 3 minute drive to the downtown area. We loved the decor, sitting on the porch and in the sunroom with morning coffee, and getting ice cream down the street. The owners were very easy to communicate with and the check in process was very easy. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our New Home Away From Home!!!

Murphy’s KipDee home and gardens were delightful and welcoming. We found it to be very clean and beautifully decorated. The beds in the house are very comfortable. We didn’t use the clever bunkhouse annex. We enjoyed reading about the earlier owners. If you stay here, you will not be disappointed! We hope to return !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip 2021

The location was great - quick bike ride to the beach, eating & shopping. The property was laid out well and felt secluded. We loved being able to walk down the street to get ice cream and watch the sun set.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Weekend

The house was absolutely perfect for our family get together. The bonus loft space was perfect for my teenage nephews and nieces to all stay in together. We are looking forward to our next visit to Door County and staying in this beautiful home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Sister Bay Location

Great house and loft for entertaining our group. We enjoyed our short walks to the ice cream shop for late evening ice cream.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

R C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet birthday weekend

Celebrated a quiet birthday weekend with the family. Great location, close to everything we wanted to do in the area. Owner was responsive with information in advance and for any questions. Would stay again and look forward to making a family tradition with such great memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute & clean

Murphy’s “KipDee” cottage was perfect for our family of 6. The farmhouse was so charming, had such a beautiful well maintained yard, and was close to everything! We would definitely recommend to anyone and would stay again. Thank you Jon and Lucy!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic house and location!

This is such a charming, cozy cottage. We were very pleased with all of the amenities, charm, and location. It was lovely to see the photos on the wall and read stories about the former owners. Can't wait to try this home again in the summer. Location was perfect and really gave you the Door County vibe. Don't forget to check out the holiday store across the street!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madeline W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet little getaway

We LOVED the location of this property and all the amenities. It's very doable to have two families stay on property with the loft above the garage. The house is styled beautifully, very warm and cozy which just adds to the appeal. We will definitely be repeat customers! Thank you Jon and Lucy!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can't wait to come back

This place was amazing! It had everything we were looking for. Location was perfect close to everything but still far enough way to have peace and quiet. The owners were available for any questions we had and the binder of info was super helpful. I would recommend this place to anyone. Thank you to the Murphy's for opening up your home to my family and my sisters family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July stay at Kipdee

We live around the corner and needed more space for our extended family. The KipDee was perfect! Beautiful yard and adorable, clean cottage and sleeping loft above the garage! Our family said the beds were the most comfortable they have ever slept on! Jon was awesome to work with and we highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim C., Western Springs, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

KipDee Cottage-Sister Bay, WI

Fantastic property super close to beach, downtown Sister Bay and other communities on the Bay. We didn't utilize the loft above the garage but it would be fantastic for a second family or younger members of a group to have privacy. Hosts were prompt, courteous, informative and allowed us to check in earlier in the day. Bonus for our stay. We would definitely like to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls wine weekend trip

Thanks to our wonderful hosts, this annual girls trip was the best one yet! We felt so at home in this lovely cottage. The property is close to town but far enough away to feel private and peaceful. Just a gorgeous place to spend some time relaxing. Fun was definitely had by all…can’t wait to return. Thanks so much, Jon and Lucy!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jon and Lucy Murphy

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My wife Lucy and are educators in Northeastern Wisconsin. I have been a teacher and boys varsity basketball coach in Seymour Wisconsin for the past 32 years. Lucy is a school social worker in the Green Bay School system. We have a few years to teach and one day plan to move to this beautiful Sister Bay location. Our mantra now is "Life begins at Waters End!" In the meantime, we are excited to share our quiet, little Sister Bay Cottage with your family!

Jon and Lucy Murphy

Why they chose this property

Life begins at Waters End!
For years we have vacationed in the Door County area and have always dreamed of owning our own little slice of heaven. The minute we saw this place our search was over. We believe you will feel the same about this amazing 1898 Door County Farmhouse.

What makes this property unique

LOCATION:
Waters End Road is the perfect location. Just a block away from the Bay from our driveway and 4 miles from Lake Michigan if you head East on Waters End road. Take a stroll next door for a homemade waffle cone at the Door County Ice Cream Factory or continue down the block to watch the sunsets over the Bay. Relax and enjoy the beauty and peace of Door County from the covered farmhouse porch.

Languages:

English

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